Space to Lead

Are You Ready to Collaborate? Building Collaborative Readiness for Better Outcomes Episode Description Collaboration has become one of the most frequently used words in leadership. Organizations ask for it. Projects depend on it. Leaders encourage it. Yet despite the best intentions, collaboration often feels difficult. Teams become siloed. Communication breaks down. Trust erodes. Decision-making...

What if the biggest challenges facing your organization aren't individual problems, but systemic ones? In this episode of Space to Lead , David LeBlanc is joined by leadership consultant, executive coach, and Collaborative Coaching Group co-founder Suzanne Fox for a conversation about the growing complexity facing leaders and organizations today. Together, they explore why so many organizations st...

In this episode of Space to Lead , David is joined by members of the HR leadership team at the City of Maple Ridge for a conversation about the evolving role of HR in organizations today. Together, they explore what it means to move beyond a reactive service model and become a true strategic partner that helps shape culture, strengthen trust, support people, and guide change across the organizatio...

SHOW NOTES — Space to Lead Stepping Into Your Power: A Conversation on Confidence, Transition, and Leadership with Sarah Zaharia What happens when you finally see yourself the way others have seen you all along?  In this powerful episode, Sarah joins David to explore the internal shifts, bold risks, and subtle mindset changes that helped her step into a larger, more confident version of herself—an...

In this deeply reflective episode, David and Suzanne explore a topic rarely named in organizational life — grief at work . They discuss how leaders and teams experience grief during professional transitions such as restructures, layoffs, leadership changes, or the end of major projects. Suzanne invites leaders to see beyond the familiar language of stress and burnout, recognizing that unacknowledg...

🪞 Episode Summary What happens in that moment after someone says something that hits you wrong? Before the judgment, before the reaction—there’s a pause. And in that pause lies the possibility for understanding. In this episode of Space to Lead , David LeBlanc explores the power of language, how certain words—like “sissy” —carry history and emotion, and how our reactions often reveal as much abou...

Clear and compelling communication isn’t just about what we say — it’s about how we show up. In this episode of Space to Lead , I sit down with communication coach Salvatore Manzi , author of the upcoming book Clear and Compelling: Communication Strategies for Big Thinkers and Bold Ideas . We explore Salvatore’s three pillars of communication — content, delivery, and presence — and why great leade...

Gabi Space: Self-Differentiation - The Lifelong Practice of Being "Separate and Connected" In this insightful episode of "Gabi Space," join us for a profound conversation with Gabby as we explore self-differentiation , a concept critical for leaders and for navigating our daily lives. Gabby introduces self-differentiation, rooted in family systems theory , as the lifelong practice of being "separa...

In this episode of Space to Lead, David speaks with Suzanne about the increasing challenges faced by leaders in the public sector, navigating complexity, and the importance of staying true to oneself. They explore practical strategies for maintaining integrity, building resilience, and creating essential space in demanding environments. In the conversation, two videos are referenced, and you can f...

In this episode of Space to Lead, we explore self-leadership with Linh Nguyen , a self worth and leadership coach, and author of SELF-RECKONING: Embracing the Journey Beyond Forty and Divorce. You can learn more about Linh and her work at https://thewiseheart.ca/ and on Instagram @the.wiseheart

In this episode of Space to Lead, David walks us through the elements of the SPACE to LEAD model, and explores how creating space for ourselves as leaders - regardless of whether it seems indulgent - is critical for our effectiveness. You can also learn more about this model by visiting www.teamshiftmagazine.ca and reading a recent article about the model. kPpshqwMgQP5F98LfmWJ

In this episode of Space to Lead, Susan Goebel shares some key insights on leadership, as well as the role of a Fractional COO. You can learn more about Susan and her work by visiting www.scalinggrp.com. And, if you would like to learn more about the Eisenhower Matrix, reach out to us (hello@teamshiftmagazine.ca) with Eisenhower Matrix in the subject line, and we will send you a pdf with more deta...

In this episode of Space to Lead, Curtis Blais shared his experience and insights with cyber-security, and teases his upcoming book - CyberDynamX: The Art and Science of Building a Simplified Digital Security Program. You can pre-order on Amazon HERE and learn more about Curtis and his work at https://cyberdynamx.com/

In this episode of Space to Lead, we talk with Michelle Degroot, a leader in the health field in British Columbia. Learn how Michelle has incorporate coaching into her leadership practice, and how this has benefitted both her and her team.

In the 2nd part of our discussion with Janet Davie, MCC, we explore the skills required to lead effectively.

An engaging conversation with Janet Davie, MCC and her experiences working with senior leaders and executives.

Michelle Lewis, HR Professional and leader, shares some of her insights and experiences that helped her and her team to position themselves as a key strategic partner within their organization and community.

In this episode of Space to Lead, Shoko Masuda gives a glimpse into the world of the Japanese Tea Ceremony and how this timeless practice related to leadership.

An exploration of Cultural Intelligence with Carlos Cadogan

An exploratory conversation if we took all we knew about TEAMS and turned it upside down (or right side up!)

An exploration of the 5 virtues of BRAVE (TM) Leadership with Cindy Benning.